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OUR SPOTLIGHT
•Adventure Awaits • Games That Engage and • Upcoming Events Monthly Issue 0222
Inspire February 2022
DIRECTOR’S CORNER Valentine’s Day Lunch
Friday, Feb 11
We have been looking into new
Noon - 1:30
programs for 2022. We are
Cost: $10.00
excited to have the return of Chair
Yoga by Tobey Gifford. (see information below).
Also Coffee with a Cop, Officer John Norton will be
presenting every other month. Stephanie and Bev are An old-fashioned Pot Roast Dinner
already looking into some exciting trips and shows
served with Coleslaw
for the summer of 2022. Please keep watch in the
newsletter for more information as they book these Cherry Cobbler for dessert
events.
DRIVE THRU/PICK UP ONLY
The center will not be doing the AARP taxes this year. ORDERS MUST BE IN BY FEBRUARY 3rd.
The group has a new location, no information available
at this time. We will do our best to keep you informed
as to available tax sites. Tri-County United Way will
provide the VITA sites. See information below. February 24th
1 pm
A reminder the policy of the Glens Falls Senior Center
is face coverings regardless of vaccination status. Maureen Folk presents
We were fortunate to receive some N95 masks from Glens Falls: A Small City
Senator Dan Stec, Warren County and the city of with a Big History
Glens Falls. They are available while supplies last.
From the establishment of the Queensbury
We will be doing a membership drive in 2022. So tell
Patent in 1762 to becoming Hometown
your friends what you love about the center and invite
them to visit the Center. USA, Glens Falls has been home to some
Looking forward to an exciting 2022! major events over the last two centuries.
This talk will walk through some of the key
people and industries that built this small
city and left a lasting impact.
Chair Yoga with Tobey
Thursdays at 10:30
Cost of Class:$5
380 Glen Street, Glens Falls NY 12801 • 518-793-2189 • www.gfseniors.com
from the desk of Ed Capezzuti
Happy 2022
Another year over and a new one just begun. I stole that line from John
Lennon’s recording of Happy Christmas, but in some ways, it feels like
déjà vu all over again. Yes, that was Yogi Berra who first said that. I know that at the
Center, we are hoping life gets better for all because in 2022, we have many new programs
planned for our members.
If all goes well, this can be a very exciting year for all of us and in some way bring back some
normalcy to our lives. To continue the rest of John Lennon’s words, “Let’s hope it’s a good one
(2022) without any fears.” Perhaps I made one little change with that!
As I look forward to 2022, I will probably at some point, write about scams, as they never
seem to go away and I think it’s important to share the latest from the scam world. I will
continue to bring you up to date with what health insurance changes there may be and of
course, I will gladly help anyone who needs my assistance with whatever issue they may have.
On the lighter side, I will be continuing the Cooking with Ed program and from time to time,
will let you know what’s happening with my family.
So in the meantime, stay healthy, stay safe and if you need my help with anything, remember
I am only a phone call away.
We’re Looking for a Few Volunteers.....
To make phone contact with those of our members who for various reasons, find themselves
home-bound. You would be given names and you would make the calls from your home.
If you’re interested, call Bev at the Center for further details.
February’s Crafty Ladies
CRAFTS BY KAREN CRAFTING WITH THELMA CRAFTING WITH STEPH
February 3,1:00 February 10,1:00 February 17,1:00
Painting Covered Note Pad Painting with Beads
with ED Spinach Tortellini tomato soup
Hearty, delicious, yet quick and easy tomato soup, packed with spinach and tortellini
Prep time: 5 min. Cook Time: 25 min. Serves 8
2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp butter
1 yellow onion - chopped 3 cloves garlic - finely chopped
2 - 14.5 oz cans Italian Diced Tomatoes 4 c. Vegetable sauce
w/Basil, Garlic and Oregano 1 pkg. (12 oz) frozen tortellini
4 c. tomato/spaghetti sauce 1 bag (10 oz) fresh baby spinach
Salt and Pepper to taste
1. Combine olive oil and butter in a large soup pot; place over medium heat and cook until
butter is melted.
2. Add onions; cook for 2 minutes, or until translucent.
3. Add garlic and continue to cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Set heat to medium-high and stir in diced tomatoes and tomato sauce; bring to a boil.
5. Add vegetable broth; bring to a boil
6. Add frozen tortellini and spinach. Season with salt and fresh ground pepper.
7. Continue to cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until
tortellini is tender and soup is heated through.
8. Remove from heat and let it stand 5 minutes.
Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly. Serve.................Enjoy
Thank you Volunteers RSVP Needs Medical Transportation Drivers!
A big shout of thanks to Warren/Washington Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP),
the ladies who knit or is a vital part of our community, matching senior citizens aged 55
crocheted red scarves and older with important volunteer opportunities. The subsequent
for the former foster children now connections benefit our community and the individual served, as well as
in college. Between the Glens Falls the volunteers themselves.
Currently, RSVP is in critical need of volunteer medical transportation
Senior Center and my church, I
drivers. Normal reduction, in combination with the challenges of the
collected 23 scarves. The scarves pandemic, have resulted in a smaller volunteer base for this important
were sent to Foster Care to Success program, whilst RSVP is seeing an increasing need for this service in
in Cleveland, are put into care our community.
packages for the students. The These days, many elderly people live alone, without family nearby to
students and I appreciate your caring help. Volunteers with RSVP’s Medical Transportation program provide
and kindness! these individuals with safe and reliable transportation, and their
Darlene Farenell willingness to help gives peace of mind to those who need it most.
This is a flexible commitment that works around your schedule. You
determine the amount of time that is best for you. RSVP conducts an
orientation for drivers and provides on-going assistance and support
for all volunteers. Mileage reimbursement is available, and any income
made will not interfere with social security benefits, although many
518 743-9158
Warren/Washington RSVP
donate their time. If you enjoy driving and are interested in making a
real difference in your community, contact RSVP by telephone at
Neighbors 518-793-3136, or email at transportation@warrenwashingtonrsvp.org.
Helping Neighbors
FEBRUARY 2022
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1 2 3 4
10:30 - Folk Dance 1:00 - Reading w/Bea 10:30 -Chair Yoga 1:00 - Cooking w/Ed
1:00 - Book Club 1:00 - Craft w/Karen
7 8 9 10 11
12:00 -Bridge Club 10:00 - Walmart Trip 1:00 - Game Day 10:30 -Chair Yoga Valentine’s Day Lunch
4:15-GFSC Singers noon - 1:30
1:00 - Adventure 1:00 - Craft w/Thelma Drive-thru/Pick-up
Awaits
14 15 16 17 18
12:00 - Bridge Club 10:30 - Bingo 1:00 - Jeopardy 10:30 -Chair Yoga 1:00 - Movie
4:15 - GFSC Singers “Respect”
1:00 Corn Hole Game 1:00 - Craft w/Steph
21 22 23 24 25
Center Closed 10:30 - Folk Dance 1:00 - Game Day 10:30 -Chair Yoga 1:00 - Special Bingo
President’s Day
1:00 - Newsletter 1:00 - History of
Mailing Glens Falls
28
12:00 - Bridge Club
4:15 - GFSC Singers
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00 - OsteoBusters/RSVP 9:00 - OsteoBusters/RSVP 9:00 - OsteoBusters/RSVP 9:00 - OsteoBusters/RSVP 9:00 - Tai Chi w/Sam
(In-House & Virtually) ( In-House & Virtually) (In-House & Virtually) (In-House & Virtually) (In-house & Virtually)
10:30 Line dancing w/ 10:15 - 12:15 - Bridge, 10:00 - Wii
Ginny Allen Scrabble
(In-house) 10:30 - Line Dancing
In-House
Remember: If Glens Falls Schools are closed due Visit our website: www.gfseniors.com
to inclement weather, so is the Senior Center and on FaceBook
MARCH 17 - “POT O’ GOLD”
LUNCH
MARCH 28 TO APRIL 13
BASKET RAFFLE -
APRIL 19 - VICTORIAN TEA
APRIL 29 - SPAGHETTI
DINNER
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
Tuesday, February 1 Our Book Club will be meeting on the first Tuesday of the month. We
Time: 1 pm will be discussing February’s book: Winter Sisters, by Robin Oliveria.
Front Room The book for March will be: Neither Here Nor There, by Bill Bryson.
In the early seventies, Bill Bryson backpacked across Europe—in
search of enlightenment, beer, and women. He was accompanied by
an unforgettable sidekick named Stephen Katz (who will be gloriously
familiar to readers of Bryson’s A Walk in the Woods). Twenty years
later, he decided to retrace his journey. The result is the affectionate
and riotously funny Neither Here Nor There.
Wednesday, February 2 Reading with Bea- Enjoy listening, reacting to and conversing about
Time: 1 pm snippets of literature, both fiction and non-fiction and everything
Middle Room in-between, found in newspapers or magazines during our monthly
gatherings. This is offered in person and virtually.
Thursday, February 3 Art With Karen-Join us as we paint a beautiful picture. See page 2
Time: 1 pm
Middle Room
Friday, February 4 Cooking with Ed- The perfect time to sit down and enjoy warm,
Time: 1 pm hearty soup, compliments of Chef Ed. Available virtually as well as in
Middle Room person.
Tuesday, February 8 Walmart Trip-We will resume our trips to Walmart for shopping .
Time: 10 am
Adventure Awaits-We will be exploring the flavors and the art of
1 pm
Middle Room Tuscany with a special emphasis on the beautiful city of Florence. While
in Florence, we will visit the Duomo and journey to the Chianti district,
the loveliest country in all of Italy. We welcome comments and often
our “trips” bring back wonderful memories.
Wednesday, Feb. 9 & 23 Game Day-Come enjoy an afternoon of fun playing games of your
Time: 1 pm
Middle Room choice.
Thursday, February 10 Art With Thelma-Join us as we create a beautiful notebook. See page
Time: 1 pm 2
Middle Room
Tuesday, February 15 Bingo -Come join us for fun and laughter while playing a game of bingo.
Time 10:30am
Corn Hole Game-Fun continues in the afternoon as we play a couple
1 pm
Middle Room games of Corn Hole.
Wednesday, February 16 Jeopardy- Let see who will be the Champion of the centers Jeopardy
Time: 1 pm Game hosted by our very own Stephanie.
Middle Room
Thursday, February 17 Crafting with Steph- Come create a beautiful painting with a
Time: 1 pm beaded necklace. See page 2
Middle Room
Friday, February 18 Movie and Popcorn-We will be showing the movie RESPECT starring
Time: 1 pm Jennifer Hudson. Following the rise of Aretha Franklin’s career
Middle Room from a young child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her
international super stardom, “Respect” is the remarkable true story
of the music icon’s journey to find her voice and become the Queen
of Soul.
Tuesday, February 22 Folk Dancing - Join Margaret Brink as she shows us some folk dance
Time: 10 am moves. Guaranteed fun.
1 pm
Middle Room Newsletter Mailing- Help us prepare the monthly newsletter.
Thursday, February 24 The Chapman Museum-Maureen Folk will present Glens Falls: A Small
Time: 1 pm City with a Big History. See page 3
Middle Room
Friday, February 25 Special Bingo-Join us for an afternoon of fun and laughter playing
Time: 1 pm
Middle Room bingo with fun configurations. Win a variety of prizes.
Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
Our thoughts and
The Pines
Visit our new Book Club
prayers to the family’s on the first Tuesday
of our members: of the month .
Ann Granger Available in person and virtually
Kathy Sphan
2945
at Glens Falls
The Choice Is Yours
You have many options to consider for your
recovery after hospitalization.
Choose what’s best for you!
Choose The Pines for 5-Star Quality Care!
To learn more about the medical and
rehabilitation services on our short-term unit,
call The Pines at 518-793-5163.
170 Warren Street | Glens Falls, NY 12801
www.PinesGlensFalls.com
Non-Profit
U.S. Postage
380 Glen Street PAID NO. 288
Glens Falls NY, 12801 Glens Falls, NY
(518) 793-2189
www.gfseniors.com
Improving the
quality of life for
seniors.
Since 1959, the Greater Glens Falls
Senior Citizens Center has been
providing a variety of services and
programs improving the quality
of life for those 50 and over. The
Center is located in the historic
Sherman House at 380 Glen Street
in downtown Glens Falls.
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Veteran or Surviving Spouse of a Veteran
call for your 360o review to
local, state and federal benefit eligibilty:
Medical, disability, pension, property
tax exemption and/or other discounts? Member Agency
WARREN COUNTY VETERANS’ SERVICES
Call 518.761.6342 for an appointment
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